Heathrow Airport could soon expand if government gives the green light to controversial plans to build a third runway. The UK’s busiest airport in Hillingdon, west London, is rumoured to get permission to build its third runway.

The boss of Heathrow Airport, Thomas Woldbye, said in December that his company needs a "clear steer" from the new government by the end of 2025 over plans to expand the airport and build a third runway.

Keir Starmer’s government is preparing to approve controversial expansions to three London airports as part of a push to spur growth that’s become more urgent this month after international markets cast doubt on the credibility of the UK’s economic plans.

Building a third runway at Heathrow Airport would have a "catastrophic" environmental impact, campaign groups have claimed amid reports that the chancellor is preparing to back the project. Rachel Reeves is expected to use a speech on growth next week to support the proposed third runway at the west London airport and endorse expansion at Gatwick and Luton airports,

Jan 22 (EFE) – The UK’s Labour Government is assessing the expansion of Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton airports, which serve London, according to Bloomberg. These plans are part of the government’s economic strategy.

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